Your heart turning into a metaphorical ticking clock has to be the most morbidly motivating thing I've ever heard. Godspeed Austin. I've loved your content for years. Always rooting for you.
I’m scheduled to have valve repair in a few weeks. Honestly, your first video out of hospital was heartbreaking, but seeing how much better you feel it gives me hope and confidence that I might get back to running and biking someday. Wish you a speedy recovery!
Those comments were made before the surgery, but still talking trash to someone for no reason is very common. It’s a way for a lot of people to have an outlet for negative behavior without consequences instead of dealing with it healthily.
As someone who had open heart surgery a few years ago I chose to avoid the mechanical valve due to the ticking scaring the hell out of me. My heart feels like it’s starting to go bad again with my current valve replacement. I’ve been really scared of the second surgery and facing this constant remind of my mortality. But now, I feel ok with going in. Your perspective is something that I want to have when I get my new valve. I think it’s time to finally go back to the hospital and get that check up I’ve been avoiding. Thank you Austin.
Have you changed your mind with the valve, or are you gonna stick with the alternative you've got now? (come to think of it, what's the alternative exactly?)
Hey, fellow artificial aortic valve haver here. I had mine put in via open heart surgery 5 years ago to replace one which had been eaten away by bacterial. The weird ticking sound had a similar effect on me. Before I was always completing tasks to achieve a distant goal, and never really enjoying the path or living in the moment. Now I realise my time is limited I try to cherish every moment. If I'm watching a UA-cam video or listening to a podcast or reading a book it's because I want to enjoy it, rather than it simply being a way to pass time or a task needing to be checked off to reach an end goal. 5 years on and I've completed a PhD, started an academic career and am finally enjoying life rather than simply existing. I hope you're recovery continues to go well and look forward to see how you're going in 5 years time. P.S. The weird ticking will fade into the background within a few months. I become conscious of it only when it's really quiet and I'm incredibly stressed!
I had a friend who had a replacement heart valve who felt the ticking most.... When she made love! Sadly, she is no longer with us (she was due a new valve, but it caught up with her) but her and her husband used to joke about the ticking. Hope your having fun up there, Erna.
Speedy recovery! Don't underestimate the risk of relatively inconsequential internal injury when on blood thinners, like me. I hit my head on a metal beam. Minor external bleeding. Headaches began weeks later. After many inconclusive tests, turns out I had a subdural brain hemorrhage. Same risk taking a bad tumble on a mountain bike or motorcycle with abdominal uncontrolled internal bleeding. Play safe!
I to am on blood thinners for the rest of my life because of open heart surgery. Like you, if I cut myself I bleed. It's gross. This whole experience has changed my life. I'm glad you are doing well
hey, I don't usually comment at all on youtube but I just wanted to say, your passed videos are super inspiring. Seeing you clearly strained while talking to the camera in your first update was heart wrenching and I'm honestly in awe of how much better you look now. Love your videos, and I applaud you in making this deeply personal journey public. Takes a lot of courage. And I sincerely hope nothing but good health for you in the future. And please, please keep making videos about random topics.
It's so good to see that Austin made so much progress. He's basically almost back to his old self. I initially thought it would take a really long time
Being on warfarin sucks, many condolences to you. I'm glad that the operation was mostly successful. Keep on doing what you're doing. I'm glad you're doing a lot better than you were a few months ago!
You are truly one of the biggest inspirations I've ever had. Almost dying of cancer at 15 gave me the same realization about the importance of every little moment in life and to not waste that life on useless ragebait on Twitter. You're a great role model for everyone watching, whether you realize it or not. Stay strong, Austin!
Just from your voice, you sound like you have made such a great improvement since shortly after your surgery. Take it easy, many thoughts and prayers are still for your recovery.
INCREDIBLE how much better you look and sound!!!!! Also i just realized ive been subbed for more than 8 years now, crazy how time flies, but your channel has always remained one of my favorites through all these years, much love.
Austin, your videos encompass a truly special corner of UA-cam for me. There's nothing quite like them, and ever since I first discovered you (as I recall it was from your printer ink video) all those years ago, I have been enthralled by almost every release you make. I have core memories associated with your videos, such as listening to the voicemails video on a walk on the way home from work one day, taking a moment to stop and admire the view of where I was walking while I listened to these people put their souls out over the phone. I'm truly grateful for that ticking sound. And I hope it'll tick for many years to come.
I'm happy to hear you speaking in normal speed after that first video right after the surgery and the stroke, and happy to see your recovery going well. And I'm also thrilled to hear your new outlook on life, which I consider a very healthy way to live. Life is to be lived, and one must get to the end without regrets. I know you said you will no longer let others dictate your life, so I'll just finish with this: if its any consolation, I really enjoy what you do, all your videos, and I fully supported your last Public Domain Heroes projects on Kickstarter (and buying the book on Amazon) because I loved your passion for creativity and trying new things. Keep being you Austin, you are amazing and an inspiration.
Austin, your content has been one of my favorites on UA-cam. Weather you were ranting about printer ink, unloading a barrage of facts, or giving us a walkthrough of the intricacies of making a movie as a young filmmaker or a book as a young author (or a comic universe as a young Kevin Feige). While I appreciate the perspective that your new ticker (intended) affords you and the motivation that brings, past Austin has always come across to me as a force for good and positivity. Even when ranting about printer ink. Im excited to see what you do next and I'm proud of you. Thanks.
Most of us still don’t realize we too have a ticking clock within us. We simply don’t hear, or heed, it as much as you now do. Please take care Austin, with your “new lease on life”❣️
It’s amazing how a lot of the weakest bodies out there hold the strongest resolve out of any human being. You are absolutely a superhero in your own right. Thank you, not only for being a wonderful example for us, but for taking care of yourself. Give your lovely wife our thanks as well. You two are a dream team household. I wish you absolutely nothing but the best and I can’t wait to see more from you in this channel.
Everything you're saying reminds me so much of the song, "Times Like These" by the Foo Fighters. It's a perfect summarization of your renewed look on life and powerfully uplifting demeanor. Way to go Austin!
This is a really beautiful video. I'm sorry your heart decided to be a lil shit, but I'm glad you have a continued resolution to be a good person and make good in the world. Wishing you a beautiful day, and many more to come.
I noticed you're moving your arm a lot more, in the last video you kept it to your side the whole time so the fact its up and running again must mean you're still going strong with your stroke recovery, which is great to see
I'm glad that I found your channel those many years ago and I'm glad that the surgery went well. You've contributed a lot to this world and so there's no worry if you've "wasted" some of it. We all need time to unwind, even if it feels like a lot more unwinding time than seemingly necessary. Thank you for being you, Austin.
The term "ticker" is often used to refer to the heart because of the rhythmic, ticking sound it makes during the heartbeat. This sound is primarily caused by the closing of the heart valves as blood is pumped through the heart and into the arteries. We have that ticking sound within all of us, be we don't hear it like you can now. Congrats on the recovery, its good to have you still with us.
I loved one video about him hating ink cartridges, it's crazy how different everything has come. Good job holding on Austin, your strength has made you to where you are now.
I have pulsitile tinnitus, so that constant noise that you spoke of spoke to me! And at first, I was always upset by it, but over time, it became a barometer for my emotions and a constant reminder that I'm still here ❤
You grab hold of video topics and life events and never fail to transform them into something invigorating and inspiring. So impressed with your work and progress, I hope you are proud of yourself
You're a damn WARRIOR Austin! Don't let the ticking fool you, you DO have enough time to do what you were put on this earth to do, you are far from being a goner. The best art you'll ever make is still yet to come, the best experiences of your life are still yet to come, the best days of your life are still yet to come. Sending love from Brazil ❤
It's so nice to see you better!! I don't know if this is appropriate to say considering my problems are nowhere near as major, but past few months seeing the way you approach this really positively impacted the way I also look at life, thank you for being positive despite the hardships. I do my best to remind myself of your words when I feel set back by things.
Austin, you're incredible! Thanks for sharing. This video makes me want to live my life to it's fullest too. You are one of my favorite UA-camrs, between the bear attack masterpiece of a video, your ink cartridges rant, and these touching videos about your serious struggles, you make videos worth watching. You show yourself as a normal person, who is gosh darn funny. I'm very glad you are still with us. Take care, Nathan.
Every time I leave my house for an errand, I plop on one of your videos and listen to it as I drive. I feel like I’m hanging out with Austin in the car and hearing about his life and thoughts. And no, I’m not driving as I post my comment here
So happy you're okay, dude. Been following since around 2010 back in college and i'm so happy you're still able to create the videos that make you happy.
Hey! Look what you did! I'm so moved at how you are recovering and and how you are finding a new respect for what you do and how you want to live your life. I'm going to pay it forward by curtailing critics who may say that you are proselytizing about how one should live their life. You are unmistakably speaking only for yourself and welcoming comparison if your viewers should find some relevance in their own sphere. I'm proud of you and look forward to seeing how your work, already excellent, evolves and focuses more on the real you and not someone trying to please an audience that may never arrive at your level of enlightenment. Keep up the hard, joyful work!
hey, cass here. I have been following you only recently and you have given me so much hope. I am 22 and having my OHS soon. It sucks to know others are going through this too but i feel like i have a community out there with arms out to catch me. so thank you for creating this space and for posting about your journey. I wish you all the best with your recovery. cass x
You're well on the road to recovery... you can hear it in the strength of your voice. And it really is great to hear. We're still here, waiting for whatever stories you want to tell. It's good to have you back.
We're absolutely willing and ready to listen to your stories. We've waited patiently for you to recover as much as you have so far to that end. You have fans who enjoy and appreciate the art that you make. I confidently count myself among them. In my life, I've discovered the sage wisdom of how to face the scrutiny and hatred of other people and it's quite simple. Create a list of a few people, a handful of individuals whom you genuinely respect for their wisdom, intellect and respectfulness. Once you have that list, set yourself to only consider what they have to say about you and ignore what anyone and everyone else says, whether positive or negative. This was a huge step for me in my personal development to true self respect and self appreciation. I've since gotten to the point where people's opinions of me don't register at all as being important. That may sound crass or cynical but it's far from it. I've removed myself from the pursuit of approval and acceptance, being contented and fulfilled with my own perception of myself based on my belief structure. Basically, I self scrutinize and self manage. It's immeasurably freeing to not be burdened by the weight of considering how strangers may or may not react to who I am, what I say and the things I do. I'm no longer tethered to or influenced by the things that people say. People are either going to love me or hate me, there really is no inbetween. That may not necessarily be the case for you but it's the stark, honest reality in my life. If people love me and say nice, positive and reassuring things to me, that's great. I appreciate it but it's not what motivates me in my life to act and do. And if people say mean, negative and hurtful things to me, well, big whoop. To quote John Lydgate: "You can please all of the people some of the time; you can please some of the people all of the time. But you can't please all of the people all of the time." So don't waste your time, effort and energy trying. Just focus on the people who appreciate you and your art and consider their words, both praises and criticisms. Everyone else can simply take a flying leap. I hope this comment finds you in good health and helps you to grow beyond your personal, mental, emotional and spiritual limits.
god this video made me cry so much. i hadn’t watched austin in a while before all this happened, but i’m glad i came back. truly amazing how far he’s come
Oh my goodness that ticking noise would be enough to drive a person mad! I'm really sorry you have that all the time. I loved the message and video, though! And I'm glad you're still around!
Austin, i have watched your videos for years. Not only have you been an inspiration, but and admiration. Stay strong. Be well. And continue to share your outlook.
Can we please stop for a moment and appreciate the freaking GROWTH journey of Austin, as a creator and as a human being? He went from a young and promising, very talented, filmmaker and UA-camr, who talked about his success and failures during the creation of works such as Sprouting Orchids, his first novel, his LonelyGirl spin-off series... He also documented his personal and professional journey during the Covid-19 era... He entertained us with (apparently) useless data, created a comic book-related cinematic universe... Took care of his family... And, now, he is on a path of improving his health, overcoming the biggest challenges and becoming a higher version of himself. You've got all my admiration and respect, Austin!
I’m 34 about to have open heart surgery for an aortic aneurysm in December. Just got diagnosed last month and it’s been a wild ride of emotions to say the least, but watching your video has really made me confident in the decision that me and my family have made to extend my life. it’s going to suck but like you said, it does get better. Wishing you all the best in your recovery Austin.
First this guy survives a bear attack, then jumping out of a plane without a parachute, and now a stroke. Nothing will take Austin out
He survived a bear attack??
@LARKXHIN watch his video on it.
@@LARKXHINno it’s a joke. Austin made videos on how to survive bear attacks and parachute failures
@@LARKXHINIt’s à reference to his other videos. Although that would be pretty sick 😮
@LARKXHIN no. He made a funny video on bear attacks. It was his first viral video and how a majority of us found him
Its so good to hear your voice back at full strength.
yep, he's got his inflection back or however you call it lmao
Your heart turning into a metaphorical ticking clock has to be the most morbidly motivating thing I've ever heard.
Godspeed Austin. I've loved your content for years. Always rooting for you.
"If TikTok Were a Person."
It is I had the same thing. But I don't hear the clicking all the time.
Bro, you looked Death in the face... And Death blinked first! It's great to see you looking and sounding so much better. God bless.
He's just like Teddy Roosevelt
@@jamesknapp64This is a hilarious comment and I don’t think I could explain why.
I’m scheduled to have valve repair in a few weeks.
Honestly, your first video out of hospital was heartbreaking, but seeing how much better you feel it gives me hope and confidence that I might get back to running and biking someday.
Wish you a speedy recovery!
Good luck bro
Just said a quick prayer for you. Take care!
Rooting for you!
wish you luck!!!
Best of luck!
Seeing those negative comments made me sick. I can't imagine insulting someone at their weakest moment. Keep going strong Austin ❤
As much as those comments might hurt, the best thing u could do might be taking those negative comments and using them to inspire u to get better
I don't inderstand why any one leaves negative comments anyway, regardless of who they are aimed at.
oh hey msm creator
Pretty sure they were comments posted well before the surgery
Those comments were made before the surgery, but still talking trash to someone for no reason is very common. It’s a way for a lot of people to have an outlet for negative behavior without consequences instead of dealing with it healthily.
Damn. Just to hear you speaking like this again is fantastic. This is the update I’ve been waiting for man. Congratulations!
As someone who had open heart surgery a few years ago I chose to avoid the mechanical valve due to the ticking scaring the hell out of me. My heart feels like it’s starting to go bad again with my current valve replacement. I’ve been really scared of the second surgery and facing this constant remind of my mortality. But now, I feel ok with going in. Your perspective is something that I want to have when I get my new valve. I think it’s time to finally go back to the hospital and get that check up I’ve been avoiding. Thank you Austin.
Have you changed your mind with the valve, or are you gonna stick with the alternative you've got now? (come to think of it, what's the alternative exactly?)
Best of luck. You've got this.
Hey, fellow artificial aortic valve haver here. I had mine put in via open heart surgery 5 years ago to replace one which had been eaten away by bacterial. The weird ticking sound had a similar effect on me. Before I was always completing tasks to achieve a distant goal, and never really enjoying the path or living in the moment. Now I realise my time is limited I try to cherish every moment. If I'm watching a UA-cam video or listening to a podcast or reading a book it's because I want to enjoy it, rather than it simply being a way to pass time or a task needing to be checked off to reach an end goal. 5 years on and I've completed a PhD, started an academic career and am finally enjoying life rather than simply existing. I hope you're recovery continues to go well and look forward to see how you're going in 5 years time.
P.S. The weird ticking will fade into the background within a few months. I become conscious of it only when it's really quiet and I'm incredibly stressed!
I had a friend who had a replacement heart valve who felt the ticking most.... When she made love! Sadly, she is no longer with us (she was due a new valve, but it caught up with her) but her and her husband used to joke about the ticking. Hope your having fun up there, Erna.
Speedy recovery! Don't underestimate the risk of relatively inconsequential internal injury when on blood thinners, like me. I hit my head on a metal beam. Minor external bleeding. Headaches began weeks later. After many inconclusive tests, turns out I had a subdural brain hemorrhage. Same risk taking a bad tumble on a mountain bike or motorcycle with abdominal uncontrolled internal bleeding. Play safe!
I to am on blood thinners for the rest of my life because of open heart surgery. Like you, if I cut myself I bleed. It's gross. This whole experience has changed my life. I'm glad you are doing well
Praying for you everyday, Austin
Amen, it's good to see him not breathing so bad though.
looking healthy man, much love
hey, I don't usually comment at all on youtube but I just wanted to say, your passed videos are super inspiring. Seeing you clearly strained while talking to the camera in your first update was heart wrenching and I'm honestly in awe of how much better you look now. Love your videos, and I applaud you in making this deeply personal journey public. Takes a lot of courage. And I sincerely hope nothing but good health for you in the future. And please, please keep making videos about random topics.
Glad to hear you speaking more eloquently after the stroke 🥰
As someone who has also had open heart surgery, for a leaky blood valve too, I really hope you can recover soon! Wishing the best for you Austin!
It's so good to see that Austin made so much progress. He's basically almost back to his old self. I initially thought it would take a really long time
Being on warfarin sucks, many condolences to you. I'm glad that the operation was mostly successful. Keep on doing what you're doing. I'm glad you're doing a lot better than you were a few months ago!
You are truly one of the biggest inspirations I've ever had. Almost dying of cancer at 15 gave me the same realization about the importance of every little moment in life and to not waste that life on useless ragebait on Twitter. You're a great role model for everyone watching, whether you realize it or not. Stay strong, Austin!
Just from your voice, you sound like you have made such a great improvement since shortly after your surgery. Take it easy, many thoughts and prayers are still for your recovery.
INCREDIBLE how much better you look and sound!!!!! Also i just realized ive been subbed for more than 8 years now, crazy how time flies, but your channel has always remained one of my favorites through all these years, much love.
Austin, your videos encompass a truly special corner of UA-cam for me. There's nothing quite like them, and ever since I first discovered you (as I recall it was from your printer ink video) all those years ago, I have been enthralled by almost every release you make. I have core memories associated with your videos, such as listening to the voicemails video on a walk on the way home from work one day, taking a moment to stop and admire the view of where I was walking while I listened to these people put their souls out over the phone.
I'm truly grateful for that ticking sound. And I hope it'll tick for many years to come.
I was thinking about the printer ink video the other day! 😅
I'm happy to hear you speaking in normal speed after that first video right after the surgery and the stroke, and happy to see your recovery going well.
And I'm also thrilled to hear your new outlook on life, which I consider a very healthy way to live. Life is to be lived, and one must get to the end without regrets.
I know you said you will no longer let others dictate your life, so I'll just finish with this: if its any consolation, I really enjoy what you do, all your videos, and I fully supported your last Public Domain Heroes projects on Kickstarter (and buying the book on Amazon) because I loved your passion for creativity and trying new things.
Keep being you Austin, you are amazing and an inspiration.
Austin, your content has been one of my favorites on UA-cam. Weather you were ranting about printer ink, unloading a barrage of facts, or giving us a walkthrough of the intricacies of making a movie as a young filmmaker or a book as a young author (or a comic universe as a young Kevin Feige).
While I appreciate the perspective that your new ticker (intended) affords you and the motivation that brings, past Austin has always come across to me as a force for good and positivity. Even when ranting about printer ink. Im excited to see what you do next and I'm proud of you. Thanks.
Most of us still don’t realize we too have a ticking clock within us. We simply don’t hear, or heed, it as much as you now do. Please take care Austin, with your “new lease on life”❣️
2:36 Exactly the reaction / take I was expecting you to have, and hell yeah
It’s amazing how a lot of the weakest bodies out there hold the strongest resolve out of any human being. You are absolutely a superhero in your own right. Thank you, not only for being a wonderful example for us, but for taking care of yourself. Give your lovely wife our thanks as well. You two are a dream team household. I wish you absolutely nothing but the best and I can’t wait to see more from you in this channel.
0:17 YELLOW GRIPPY SOCKS
Thank you for that statement as I might wear yellow grippy socks, hopefully not though
Not thank you in a bad way, but it made me laugh
Yellow means they're flagged as a fall hazard.
Your videos detailing your recovery journey are to me some of the most important on UA-cam right now. Thank you.
I hope you get better soon Austin
the last stretch of the video made me tear up a little, proud of you austin
Everything you're saying reminds me so much of the song, "Times Like These" by the Foo Fighters. It's a perfect summarization of your renewed look on life and powerfully uplifting demeanor. Way to go Austin!
This is a really beautiful video. I'm sorry your heart decided to be a lil shit, but I'm glad you have a continued resolution to be a good person and make good in the world.
Wishing you a beautiful day, and many more to come.
I noticed you're moving your arm a lot more, in the last video you kept it to your side the whole time so the fact its up and running again must mean you're still going strong with your stroke recovery, which is great to see
I'm glad that I found your channel those many years ago and I'm glad that the surgery went well. You've contributed a lot to this world and so there's no worry if you've "wasted" some of it. We all need time to unwind, even if it feels like a lot more unwinding time than seemingly necessary. Thank you for being you, Austin.
The term "ticker" is often used to refer to the heart because of the rhythmic, ticking sound it makes during the heartbeat. This sound is primarily caused by the closing of the heart valves as blood is pumped through the heart and into the arteries.
We have that ticking sound within all of us, be we don't hear it like you can now.
Congrats on the recovery, its good to have you still with us.
Glad you're still with us, Austin
Great to see you getting better and better. Take care Austin. We are here for you.
So glad to see you back on your feet. I hope your recovery keeps going well. ❤
Great seeing how much better you’re doing man, looking forward to our continued working together and bringing more stories to life
Delighted to see you looking and feeling so much better. Keep the blue side up, love from Leeds, Yorkshire, UK
Glad to see you're doing alright. Hoping for the best.
I loved one video about him hating ink cartridges, it's crazy how different everything has come. Good job holding on Austin, your strength has made you to where you are now.
I have pulsitile tinnitus, so that constant noise that you spoke of spoke to me! And at first, I was always upset by it, but over time, it became a barometer for my emotions and a constant reminder that I'm still here ❤
You grab hold of video topics and life events and never fail to transform them into something invigorating and inspiring. So impressed with your work and progress, I hope you are proud of yourself
I cant believe how good ur sounding. Im so happy that you’ve survived this experience
You're a damn WARRIOR Austin!
Don't let the ticking fool you, you DO have enough time to do what you were put on this earth to do, you are far from being a goner.
The best art you'll ever make is still yet to come, the best experiences of your life are still yet to come, the best days of your life are still yet to come.
Sending love from Brazil ❤
HE HAS RETURNED TO US!!!!
RETURN OF THE KING!
One of the toughest guys out there...Respect man!
It's so nice to see you better!! I don't know if this is appropriate to say considering my problems are nowhere near as major, but past few months seeing the way you approach this really positively impacted the way I also look at life, thank you for being positive despite the hardships. I do my best to remind myself of your words when I feel set back by things.
I needed this video.
I needed to hear everything you said.
Thank you.
Austin, you're incredible! Thanks for sharing. This video makes me want to live my life to it's fullest too. You are one of my favorite UA-camrs, between the bear attack masterpiece of a video, your ink cartridges rant, and these touching videos about your serious struggles, you make videos worth watching. You show yourself as a normal person, who is gosh darn funny. I'm very glad you are still with us. Take care, Nathan.
I’m so happy that you’re still making progress. My husband and I love your videos and we’re happy your light is still shining.
Every time I leave my house for an errand, I plop on one of your videos and listen to it as I drive. I feel like I’m hanging out with Austin in the car and hearing about his life and thoughts.
And no, I’m not driving as I post my comment here
He unfortunately passed away a
few days ago, they should be updating us with a video soon.
I am so excited for you Austin!!!! You are looking so great and I'm excited to see you create again! Your resilience is so inspiring!
So happy you're okay, dude. Been following since around 2010 back in college and i'm so happy you're still able to create the videos that make you happy.
Hey! Look what you did! I'm so moved at how you are recovering and and how you are finding a new respect for what you do and how you want to live your life. I'm going to pay it forward by curtailing critics who may say that you are proselytizing about how one should live their life. You are unmistakably speaking only for yourself and welcoming comparison if your viewers should find some relevance in their own sphere. I'm proud of you and look forward to seeing how your work, already excellent, evolves and focuses more on the real you and not someone trying to please an audience that may never arrive at your level of enlightenment. Keep up the hard, joyful work!
Your progression in your recovery is incredibly heartening. You already make this world a better place by existing
Austin, never doubt that.
Rooting for you, Austin!
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hey, cass here. I have been following you only recently and you have given me so much hope. I am 22 and having my OHS soon. It sucks to know others are going through this too but i feel like i have a community out there with arms out to catch me. so thank you for creating this space and for posting about your journey. I wish you all the best with your recovery. cass x
glad to see you're doing much better
So impressed with your progress Austin! We’re rooting for you.
Praying for a speedy recovery 🙏
It’s great how you are so normal again after your video about the stroke, I’m very happy you have recovered
Austin, my man
You are the freaking best
Please don't die
Live life to the fullest man
Godspeed
Wishing you a speedy recovery Austin🙏👍
Great news!! Im so happy to see your recovery is on track! 😅
This is such a poetic and beautiful message. Thank you Austin
I’m sitting in the airport right now crying, thank you for this. What a wonderful look at life
Glad you are still with us, brother
So glad to hear such gratitude in your voice and words my man!
You're well on the road to recovery... you can hear it in the strength of your voice. And it really is great to hear. We're still here, waiting for whatever stories you want to tell. It's good to have you back.
This is a beautiful message. Wishing you continued blessings on your recovery and light and love to your wife and family for their support and care.
We're absolutely willing and ready to listen to your stories. We've waited patiently for you to recover as much as you have so far to that end. You have fans who enjoy and appreciate the art that you make. I confidently count myself among them.
In my life, I've discovered the sage wisdom of how to face the scrutiny and hatred of other people and it's quite simple. Create a list of a few people, a handful of individuals whom you genuinely respect for their wisdom, intellect and respectfulness. Once you have that list, set yourself to only consider what they have to say about you and ignore what anyone and everyone else says, whether positive or negative. This was a huge step for me in my personal development to true self respect and self appreciation. I've since gotten to the point where people's opinions of me don't register at all as being important. That may sound crass or cynical but it's far from it. I've removed myself from the pursuit of approval and acceptance, being contented and fulfilled with my own perception of myself based on my belief structure. Basically, I self scrutinize and self manage. It's immeasurably freeing to not be burdened by the weight of considering how strangers may or may not react to who I am, what I say and the things I do. I'm no longer tethered to or influenced by the things that people say. People are either going to love me or hate me, there really is no inbetween. That may not necessarily be the case for you but it's the stark, honest reality in my life. If people love me and say nice, positive and reassuring things to me, that's great. I appreciate it but it's not what motivates me in my life to act and do. And if people say mean, negative and hurtful things to me, well, big whoop. To quote John Lydgate: "You can please all of the people some of the time; you can please some of the people all of the time. But you can't please all of the people all of the time." So don't waste your time, effort and energy trying. Just focus on the people who appreciate you and your art and consider their words, both praises and criticisms. Everyone else can simply take a flying leap. I hope this comment finds you in good health and helps you to grow beyond your personal, mental, emotional and spiritual limits.
Welcome back Austin! I'm happy to see you back and that you're well enough to continue making content.
Incredibly proud of you. The way you are choosing to live your life is inspirational. Thank you
Your determination and newfound perspective is so inspiring man. Glad you're doing better ❤️
Wow what a recovery… Austin you are an inspiration!
I never even thought about it making sound! Incredible, keep up the great work!
You're awesome, keep healing.
We’re ready for more of your stories, Austin, whenever you are!
god this video made me cry so much. i hadn’t watched austin in a while before all this happened, but i’m glad i came back. truly amazing how far he’s come
Oh my goodness that ticking noise would be enough to drive a person mad! I'm really sorry you have that all the time. I loved the message and video, though! And I'm glad you're still around!
Austin, i have watched your videos for years.
Not only have you been an inspiration, but and admiration. Stay strong. Be well. And continue to share your outlook.
Glad to hear that you are feeling better!
You're a constant inspiration to all of your viewers. You are a remarkable person ❤
Nothing but support for you, sir! I'll be here to hear those stories.
Glad to see the recovery coming along! Looking forward to the future for you, and the stories you have to share.
i hope for your continued health and full recovery.
I can't imagine how hard you've been working, the transformation is amazing
Always good to see an update from you and see you looking better. Stay strong. ❤
Glad to hear you are doing well
Omg you sound so much better I'm so happy 😭
I am so glad to hear you sounding happier and stronger, Austin! You are an inspiration to us all. ❤
Can we please stop for a moment and appreciate the freaking GROWTH journey of Austin, as a creator and as a human being? He went from a young and promising, very talented, filmmaker and UA-camr, who talked about his success and failures during the creation of works such as Sprouting Orchids, his first novel, his LonelyGirl spin-off series... He also documented his personal and professional journey during the Covid-19 era... He entertained us with (apparently) useless data, created a comic book-related cinematic universe... Took care of his family... And, now, he is on a path of improving his health, overcoming the biggest challenges and becoming a higher version of himself. You've got all my admiration and respect, Austin!
You are an absolute inspiration. Thank you for continuing to share your journey.
I’m 34 about to have open heart surgery for an aortic aneurysm in December.
Just got diagnosed last month and it’s been a wild ride of emotions to say the least, but watching your video has really made me confident in the decision that me and my family have made to extend my life.
it’s going to suck but like you said, it does get better.
Wishing you all the best in your recovery Austin.
I truly wish you the best, Austin, and I am incredibly excited to see where you go from here.
Loved everything you've creating, glad to see that you are recovering
Really good to see you back on your feet, Austin.